Parents & Families

Empowering parents and families to support student success at NMSU

College Preparation

How can I help my student prepare for college?

• Family Firsts
• Family Firsts en Español
• ACT: Information for Parents
• College Board for Parents
• College Board for Parents en Español
• KnowHow2Go Mentors
• KnowHow2Go Mentors en Español
• Making It Count! Parents
• Peterson’s College Planner: Parent Edition

What do students need to know about being admitted to NMSU?

• NMSU Undergraduate Admissions
• NMSU Graduate Admissions
• NMSU International Student Admissions

How can I assist my student during the admissions process?

• National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
• Guide for Parents in the College Admission Process
• Guide for Parents in the College Admission Process en Español

Where can I find general information about colleges?

• College Navigator - National Center for Education Statistics
• New Mexico State University - Main Campus
• Hispanic Association of Colleges & University (HACU) Links
• U.S. Department of Education – Information for Parents
• Voluntary System of Accountablity Program
  • NMSU's College Portrait

What organizations serve families of college students?

• College Parents of America